Navigation Research and Development Engineer

Penn State University•Warminster, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for a Navigation Research and Development Engineer to join our Strategic Navigation team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State and located in our Navigation Research and Development Division (NRDD) in Warminster, PA. NRDD is focused on developing the most advanced navigation technologies in the world, built around unique laboratories specially designed to test the most precise navigation sensors and systems. Our mission is to conduct new navigation technology research and development, systems engineering, and provide expert knowledge for our Navy, Army, and other U.S. government sponsors. As part of our team, you will research, develop, analyze, implement, and test new capabilities for current and future high accuracy navigation systems. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Requirements

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in R&D projects, including task delegation, progress tracking, and stakeholder management
Extensive experience in using MATLAB (or other programming languages) for design, modeling, and simulation of complex systems
Deep expertise in precision navigation systems, including, inertial navigation, geophysical, GPS, or other sensor fusion techniques
Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) projects, including familiarity with defense acquisition process and standards
Knowledge of signal processing, sensor integration, and real-time data analysis for navigation applications
Experience in mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative work environment
Ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and sponsors
Excellent technical writing and presentation skills for documentation, proposals, and reports
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
14+ years of relevant experience
Must be a U.S. citizen
Ability to obtain a government security clearance

Nice To Haves

Navigation Theory
State Space Estimation and Control Theory
Stochastic Processes Theory
Data Fusion Filter Design
Geophysical and earth sciences
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering

Responsibilities

Lead a team of engineers in the design of algorithms and novel techniques for navigation systems for the undersea environment
Individually, and as a team, lead and perform navigation modeling and simulation (M&S) to support trade studies
Analyze multi-sensor data to evaluate system performance
Interact and collaborate regularly with a team of fellow engineers and scientists, program management, program sponsors, and stakeholders
Prepare research papers and make presentations related to work performed
Investigate and evaluate applicability of theories and practices to the development of navigation systems
Document work through reports and presentations
Regularly interact with program sponsors
Participate in strategic planning activities
Pursue new business development activities
Manage program resources
Develop program plans